NEWSLETTER MARCH 2010
200 and 10 Years
Two Anniversaries - Two Highlights
2010 marks the 200th birthday anniversary of Frédéric Chopin, who spent some of his younger years in the city of Vienna. Haus der Musik is dedicating a special exhibition to this "Viennese Period." Opening in the coming days, it offers insight into a time in Chopin's life, marked equally by great enthusiasm, disappointment and melancholy.
In 2010 we are also celebrating another anniversary. 10 years ago, Vienna saw the realisation of a novel museum concept: "Haus der Musik," interactive sound experience, museum of music history, event space and musical laboratory - all in one - opened its doors to the public.
Haus der Musik has since established itself as an attraction in Vienna's cultural scene, drawing locals and tourists alike. It is a lively event forum, music promoter and musical meeting point for thousands of children and teenagers. Located in the heart of Vienna - a city many consider to be the music capital of the world - Haus der Musik is sound museum and essential music pedagogical institution alike.
We enter our second decennium optimistically, full of energy and - of course - with a celebration. Allow us to surprise you during our anniversary festival days from June 1 - 10, 2010.
 | Songwriters, Children's Favourites and Young Shooting Stars Highlights of Haus der Musik's 10-year-anniversary celebration
10 years of sound museum - 10 days of music at its best: For its anniversary celebration Haus der Musik presents a colourful musical programme, including performances by children's favourites such as Marko Simsa, Bernhard Fibich and Mai Cocopelli, as well as by, 2009 Amadeus award winner, Clara Luzia, celebrated Swiss singer Sophie Hunger and lady of rock, Birgit Denk. |
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Music Experience and Music Culture in the Music Capital Vienna The cultural and educational significance of Haus der Musik
"Vienna defines itself as a European centre of culture, and a city of music. The city of Vienna and Wien Holding continuously and sustainably invest in music. Haus der Musik plays a central role, educationally as well as culturally: as mediator of music for children and teenagers, and meeting point and supporter of up-and-coming musicians." KR Peter Hanke, Managing Director, Wien Holding.
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"Chopin in Vienna " 1829-1831 Special exhibition from 4 March to 30 April 2010
Three cities played an important role in Frédéric Chopin's life: Warsaw, Paris and Vienna. He grew up and received his musical training in Warsaw. He further developed his talents in Paris, where he also lived and died. And finally, he spent nine months in Vienna. On the occasion of the 200th anniversary of his birth, Haus der Musik is presenting a special exhibition devoted to his time in Vienna.
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The Magic Flute, Kuddelmuddel and a Bug in One's Ear Marko Simsa, Bernhard Fibich and Mai Cocopelli - our "Kids in Action" stars
The children's events at Haus der Musik's are among its most popular attractions. Regardless of whether Marko Simsa tells stories about composers, operas or musical instruments, Bernhard Fibich animates his listeners to sing along, or Mai Cocopelli takes them on a journey into the land of dreams, the audience's attention is guaranteed. Our programme for March and April includes performances by all three of them: Marko Simsa on March 26, Bernhard Fibich on March 19, and Mai Cocopelli on April 2, each at 3:30pm. |
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Nervous Nellie Indierock from Sweden - Live on Stage 17 March 2010, 8 p.m.
As part of its Live on Stage concert series in cooperation with the Vienna Songwriting Association, Haus der Musik presents the Swedish band Nervous Nellie. Nervous Nellie is not only an English expression for an anxious person but also the name of a rock band from Stockholm. The music style of the four-men group has been described as indie rock, pop, alternative or even country punk. All in all, the band members themselves see their music as a reaction to the music that they listened to as children. |
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Tip: Iphigénie en tauride The Theater an der Wien presents Glucks Barock-opera: Iphigénie en tauride
The Theater an der Wien presents Christoph Willibald Gluck's "Iphigénie en Tauride" - a Tragédie opéra in four acts. The story of the curse on the family of Tantalus and its tales of vengeance, hatred, sacrifice, deadly entanglements and murder has lost none of its macabre fascination over the centuries. Countless dramatists, authors and composers have chosen to work with the ancient, bleak family drama of the military commander Agamemnon, his wife Clytemnestra and their children Iphigenia, Orestes and Electra. The French libretto written by Nicolas-François Guillard for Christoph Willibald Gluck's opera Iphigénie en Tauride and based on Euripides contains potential for feelings and conflict intended to produce emotional turmoil. |
